Days Allowed

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The 90-day rule in Greece

Greece has no 90-day limit of its own. Days in Greece count toward the shared Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period, together with days in Italy, France or any other member.

Last checked 3 Nov 2026 against the official sources below.

How the 90 days work in Greece

  • Shared with 28 other countries. Visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before your trip count toward your 90 days.
  • Entry and exit days both count.
  • Residence permit or long-stay visa days don’t count toward the 90.
  • Overstaying can lead to a ban: UK travel advice says up to 3 years from Schengen countries.

At the Greek border

UK travel advice says you may need to show a return or onward ticket and prove that you have enough money for your stay.

Cyprus is counted separately

Cyprus is not in the Schengen area. Time there has its own 90 days in any 180-day period and doesn’t use up your Schengen days. See Cyprus.

Staying longer than 90 days

UK travel advice says that for a longer stay you must apply to the Greek authorities for a national visa. Visa information is on the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs site. See also staying longer than 90 days.

Questions

Is there a separate 90-day limit for Greece?

No. Days in Greece count toward the shared Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period, together with every other Schengen country.

Does a trip to Cyprus use up my Greek days?

No. Cyprus is not in the Schengen area and has its own separate 90 days in any 180-day period. Time in Cyprus doesn’t count toward your Schengen days.

How do I stay in Greece longer than 90 days?

UK travel advice says that for a longer stay you must apply to the Greek authorities for a national visa.

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Sources

Last checked 3 Nov 2026.

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